Free event combines fun, health

LOUISA — On Saturday, the Lawrence County Family Resource Youth Services Coalition will host the Southern Shindig, a free community event combining family entertainment with important health screenings and resources at the Lawrence County Community Center.

The event is 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. and features karaoke, food, games, free health screenings and resources, and COVID-19 vaccinations. WellCare of Kentucky Medicaid members can earn $100 in gift cards for getting vaccinated.

The event is in partnership with WellCare of Kentucky, a leading provider of government-sponsored managed care services to families, children, seniors and individuals across the state.

Running now through October, WellCare will be holding community family fairs in communities across the state, offering health screenings and fun, family-friendly activities ranging from fairs and festivals to karaoke nights and movies in the park.

“WellCare is focused on the importance of preventive care,” said Corey Ewing, Plan President and CEO of WellCare. “We are honored to partner with so many great community organizations, and through these events, we will be able to provide health screenings and resources to thousands of Kentuckians.”

Counties where events are scheduled include Bell, Breathitt, Corbin, Edmonson, Fleming, Floyd, Grant, Grayson, Hancock, Johnson, Kenton, Larue, Lawrence, Lee, Livingston, Logan, Magoffin, Martin, Muhlenberg, Owsley, Pulaski, Rowan and Russell.

Lawrence County Community Center is at 205 Bulldog Lane.